According to this American farm family, farming is more than just a lifestyle

July 01, 2022 11:42 AM • 
Charlsie McKay

A passion for farming was passed down to Brock Willard, and from that, he is expanding his family’s operation.

The Illinois Soybean Association introduces us to this week’s American Farm Family, who is a fifth-generation farmer that produces soybeans, corn, and pork.

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This week’s American Farm Family has a multi-generational dairy who finds success in innovation

This week’s American Farm Family eats, lives, and breathes dairy

This American Farm Family knows a thing or two about hard work & dairy comfort






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